stripped of the antioxidant flavonoids during processing.
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Eggs
Eggs contain Amino Acids that help generate New Skin cells and Hydrate, Soften, and Firm the Skin. A study shows that antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin, contained in eggs, protect against UV rays that cause wrinkles, lines, brown spots, and cancer.
The egg yolk is rich in fatty acids, which can provide moisture to the skin. The Egg White contains the protein albumin, which helps tighten pores and remove excess oil from the skin.
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Grapefruit
Often used as ‘Diet Food,’ Grapefruits are loaded with vitamin C, which plays an essential role in forming collagen and protecting skin cells. A 2017 study shows that Vitamin C can help protect against aging.
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Sweet Potatoes
The vitamin A in sweet potatoes may help restore skin elasticity and contribute to radiant, youthful-looking skin. Sweet potatoes also contain vitamin C and E, which can protect your skin from environmental damage that may damage your skin and cause premature aging.
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Mangoes
Mangoes are full of antioxidants and contain high vitamin C, supporting your skin’s collagen production, preventing sun damage and aging. The potassium and vitamin E work together to hydrate cells, improve your skin tone, and keep skin moisturized.
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Olive Oil
Olive oil is a healthy fat, full of Omega-3s, which help prevent wrinkles. A study shows that signs of sun damage were significantly decreased by people who consumed olive oil.
Instead of butter, consider spreading olive oil on your bread or drizzle it on your salad as a dressing. Some people also like to use olive oil externally on the skin to lock in moisture.
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Tomatoes
Tomatoes are full of water and contain a lot of vitamins that are beneficial for your skin. The Antioxidant Lycopene in tomatoes neutralizes the harmful free radicals that cause the skin to age and cause wrinkles.
Roasted tomatoes not only have a great flavor, but they are healthier for you. Research has shown that cooked tomatoes are more beneficial as they contain more lycopene. Next time try adding Roasted Tomatoes to your salad for the added anti-aging benefit.
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Wild Salmon
The Omega-3 fatty acids in this fish help your skin stay moisturized while keeping wrinkles and fine lines away. A study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition concluded that people who ate 5-ounces or more Omega-3 fatty fish per week lowered the development of pre-cancerous skin lesions by almost 30 percent.
You cannot prevent yourself from aging, but you may control the appearance of aging by eating to look and feel youthful from the inside out.